Written by Barbara Markway Most of us can relate to feeling anxious before a big speech, a job interview, or a first date. But for some, the experience is much more than butterflies in the stomach. If you worry a great ...
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(NC) Finally spring is here, which means more time adventuring outdoors with your four-legged best friend. However, the spring thaw also means cold lakes and fast streams, both of which can be treacherous for dogs. Not all breeds are instinctive ...
Read More »Expecting? Here’s What You Should Know About Breastfeeding
(NC) Just because something comes naturally doesn’t mean it’s also easy to do. Breastfeeding is a good example of this. It takes time for mom and baby to learn what works for them. For some moms and their babies, it ...
Read More »Body-Positive Workouts: Take Shame And Guilt Out Of Your Fitness Routine
Written by Susie Lemmer Can the very act of working out help you increase your body positivity while you work out? Choosing the right class format, type of exercise, instructor, and even location can make a huge difference in how you ...
Read More »Mental Health Benefits Of The Outdoors
Written by Amy Whitley The mental health benefits of exercise are well documented, known to reduce stress and increase “feel good” hormones like dopamine. But many of us seeking better mind-body heath overlook the benefits found in simply spending time outdoors. ...
Read More »How Smiles And Laughter Positively Affect Your Health And Happiness
Written by Caileigh Flannigan In times of increased everyday stress and anxiety due to work pressure, relationships, and fast-paced lifestyles, we push aside the personal time that is necessary for our minds and bodies to recharge. In turn, we become even ...
Read More »Essential Natural Beauty Tips For Spring
(NC) With all the excitement of getting outside during springtime, we may forget to take proper care of our skin. When not treated, our skin problems from winter can continue through the warmer months. So check out these three essential ...
Read More »Healthy Tips For Springtime Running
(NC) After a long winter of being inactive, you’re probably dying to get out in the warm weather and hit the pavement. But pushing yourself too hard can cause injuries. Before you take a spin around the block or try ...
Read More »4 Fitness Classes To Try In 2017
(NC) Working out on your own can be lonely, creating the potential to lose interest and motivation over time. Here are four new fitness classes to try this year that are sure to keep you going back for more: Boxing ...
Read More »Getting Started On A Happy, Healthy Running Career
Even if You’ve Never Run a Lap Before By Katy Widrick I completed my first 5K in 2009. It was, as it turns out, the start of a running obsession that would lead me to half a dozen (and counting!) ...
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